Asheboro High School 



Graduation Project 
Student Handbook 


For English IV 



Table of Contents 

Purpose and Phases of Graduation Project ..............................................................1 
Parent Letter.............................................................................................................2 
Requirements for Graduation Project ......................................................................3 
Format for Letter of Intent .......................................................................................4 
Product Explanation.................................................................................................5 
Mentor Guidelines ...................................................................................................6 
Senior Information Sheet .........................................................................................7 
Volunteer Registration Form ...................................................................................8 
Mentor Consent Form..............................................................................................9 
Commitment Poster Explanation ...........................................................................10 
Product Journal Rubric ..........................................................................................11 
Product/Mentor Log Sheet.....................................................................................12 
Product Evaluation.................................................................................................13 
Portfolio Explanation.............................................................................................14 
Portfolio Rubric .....................................................................................................15 
Presentation Explanation .......................................................................................16 
Format for Letter to the Judges..............................................................................17 
Speech Content Suggestions .................................................................................18 
Speech Delivery Tips.............................................................................................19 
Presentation Rubric................................................................................................20 
Self-Evaluation ......................................................................................................21 
Deadline Checklist (Fall Semester) .......................................................................23 
Deadline Checklist (Spring Semester)...................................................................24 




Graduation Project at Asheboro High School 



THE PURPOSE OF THE GRADUATION PROJECT: 

The Graduation Project at Asheboro High School is an opportunity for students to 
demonstrate what they know and how to showcase their achievement. The Project must 
be successfully completed as a component of Senior English, which is a required course 
for all graduating seniors. This process has been highly acclaimed and proven successful 
in many high schools across the country. 

The Graduation Project is a fitting conclusion to students high school educations 
because, through the project, they are able to demonstrate accumulated skills in 
reasoning, research, problem-solving, human interaction, organization, and public-
speaking. This is appropriate as the culmination of their K-12 education because these 
are the very skills and abilities which they will be expected to demonstrate as college 
students and /or employees. 

THE FOUR PHASES OF THE GRADUATION PROJECT: 

This project involves four phases. The first is a research paper, which must be 
completed prior to entering an English IV class. 

The second phase requires you to apply the information you have gained from 
your research to manufacture a product. During this phase you must obtain a mentor 
to assist in advising you throughout the project. This should be someone who is 
knowledgeable about your subject. A relative may not be used as a mentor. Your 
product may be a performance, service activity, volunteer opportunity, or an actual 
physical product. 

The third phase of the project is the portfolio. You must put together a portfolio, 
which demonstrates your journey throughout the entire research project. 

The final phase of the project will be the presentation. This will be a six to eight 
minute speech given in front of a board of judges. You will be prepared well in advance. 

If you adhere to the guidelines, meet the deadlines, and put forth your best effort, 
you will know that you have been successful in a life-long learning experience. All 
information is included in your handbook. Your Senior English teacher will notify you 
of any necessary changes in dates as you move through the semester. 

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Dear Parents, Guardians of Seniors: 


As your son or daughter may have indicated to you, the Graduation Project process will 
start in Junior English classes and will be completed in their Senior English classes at 
Asheboro High School. It allows each student the opportunity to demonstrate his/her 
years of educational experience in reading, writing, speaking, accessing information, 
thinking, self-discipline, problem solving and organizational skills. These skills will be 
showcased in a four-part process, consisting of the following components: 

 
typed/word processed research paper 
 
a physical product related to some aspect of the research paper 
 
a portfolio documenting the entire process 
 
an oral presentation, which synthesizes the first three components and is given before 
a review board composed of teachers and community members. 
Grades will be given for meeting deadlines and for the careful and thorough completion 
of the various components of the Graduation Project. To be successful, your 
son/daughter must complete and pass all components of the project. The senior year 
components of the project include the product, portfolio, and presentation; those grades 
will comprise 25% of your sons/daughters English grade for the course. 

This project cannot rely solely upon what your son or daughter already knows, but must 
demonstrate an aspect of new learning and growth. Prior knowledge is the Graduation 
Project foundation; demonstration of new learning is the glue. A successful Graduation 
Project journey involves parental and teacher support as well as student initiative and 
self-discipline. Your son/daughter will be informed of the deadlines and requirements as 
the steps are implemented. Early in the process, a letter of intent is due which will 
require your son/daughter to recap his/her research paper and define his/her product 
focus. This is the first step of the Graduation Project. 

In a few short months, after years of acquiring skills and knowledge, overcoming 
frustrations, using interceding luck, and demonstrating perseverance, your son/daughter 
will be a high school graduate. These are, indeed, exciting times! Join us in a last senior 
journey. If you have any questions, please call Mrs. Penny Crooks, Graduation Project 
Coordinator, at 625-6185. 

Sincerely, 

Mr. Kemper Fitch 
Principal 


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Requirements for Successful Completion of Graduation Project 

THE PAPER 

1. 
Eight to ten typed, double-spaced pages; Times New Roman font; 12 point type 
2. 
Two copies of final paper (one for grading, one for portfolio) 
3. 
Five sources minimum; one must be an interview with an expert on your topic 
4. 
No general encyclopedias (i.e. World Book, Wikipedia, Britannica) 
5. 
MLA documentation and formatting 
6. 
Works cited page 
7. 
Free from plagiarism (result = automatic failure on paper) 
8. 
Turned in prior to entering English IV 
THE PRODUCT 

1. 
Minimum of 15 hours total with mentor; minimum of 3 different face-to-face meetings with 
mentor 
2. 
Time log required 
3. 
Product related to research 
4. 
Photographic record of product progress with you in some of the pictures 
5. 
Hand-written thank you note approved by teacher 
THE PORTFOLIO 

1. 
Cover 
2. Title Page 
3. 
Table of Contents 
4. Letter to Judges 
5. 
Deadline Checklist 
6. Letter of Intent with Approval Form 
7. 
Parental Consent Form 
8. Research Paper 
9. 
Mentor Consent Form 
10. Mentor Verification Log 
11. Additional Documentation of Product; Minimum of 6 Pictures with Captions Are Required; 
receipts, certificates, brochures, etc. are other types of optional additional documents 
12. Reflective Journals (#1, #2, #3) 
13. Self-evaluation of Project 
THE PRESENTATION 

1. Six to eight minute time limit 
2. Judged on content and delivery 
3. Appropriately dressed 
4. Audio and/or visual required 
5. Portfolio available to panel 
The Graduation Project will count 25 % of the students final English IV grade. The product, 
portfolio, and presentation will be combined for this grade. 

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Format for Letter of Intent 
Your Name 
Your Street Address 
City, State Zip (..Enter 4 times) 


Date (..Enter 2 times) 

Teachers Name 
Senior English Teacher 
1221 S. Park St. 
Asheboro, NC 27203 (..Enter 2 times) 


Dear Teachers Name: (..Enter 2 times) 


The first paragraph should recap your topic of research. Explain why you chose this 
topic. Provide a short restatement of the focus of your research. Also, include what 
methods of research you used (Internet, books, periodicals, interview, etc.).(..Enter 2 
times) 


The second paragraph may describe the product you intend to create/complete. Include 
the connection between the research and the product and also what you consider to be the 
learning stretch. Also, indicate any possible challenges or expenses (such as money or 
travel) you accept responsibility for carrying out. (..Enter 2 times) 


The third paragraph must contain the following acknowledgement of ethical standards: I 
understand that plagiarism is the unlawful claiming of another persons work as my 
own. I will do my best to come up with original thoughts and to cite others work 
when I find it necessary to use their ideas. I will not use a paper, product, 
presentation and/or information gathered by another student. I will collect accurate 
verifications on all the work requiring signatures. I will not forge any verification 
documents. (..Enter 2 times) 

Sincerely, (..Enter 4 times) 

(sign your name here in the space above your typed name) 

Your Typed Name 

** Letter should be single-spaced with double spaces between paragraphs. 
** You must include the ethical standards paragraph word-for-word at the end of 
your letter. 

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The Product 



The product phase of the Graduation Project requires the student to create a product, 
which is logically connected to the research. This product must show an application of 
knowledge gained during research. Students are expected to demonstrate their 
knowledge of the topic, not just repeat facts from the paper. 

The product phase allows students to use their individual creativity and talent to apply 
knowledge of their topics. Students can build or create something tangible, or complete 
an activity or volunteer in the community in a way which connects to their topic. 

Accurate documentation of product work is a must. English IV teachers will require 
product progress checks throughout the semester. 

Students must take photographs of their progress, thus this is an ongoing assignment. If 

producing digital photos, mentees should save photos where they can be retrieved later. 

 If using a camera that only produces hardcopy prints, it is suggested to print copies early, 
get double prints, and save negatives. Six photos is the minimum number of pictures 
acceptable, but this is particularly for students working in areas with strict confidentiality 
guidelines. If there are no privacy issues, students need to take as many pictures as 
possible. Required photos: 1 or more with mentor; pictures with you working on 
your product. Other suggested photos: equipment; other experts at work; photos from 
each meeting session. 

Students are encouraged to keep notes throughout the process in order to effectively 
recount details in reflective journals and, ultimately, the final presentation. A final copy 
of these journals is to be included in the portfolio. A journal scoring rubric is 
included in this handbook. 

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Mentoring Guidelines 

The requirements of the Graduation Project Mentors are as follows: 


 
The mentor may not be a member of the students family or under 21 years of 
age. 
 
The mentor will verify the student worked for a minimum of 15 hours to complete 
the student-generated product; there must be at least 3 face-to-face meetings 
between mentor and mentee. 
 
The mentor will assist the student in establishing objectives and keeping a log of 
all activities completed while meeting. 
 
The mentor will assist the mentee while on the job, if possible, in order to give the 
student practical experience in the area of the chosen topic. 
 
The mentor will assist the student in designing a project in the area of study. For 
example, a graphic arts intern might help produce a t-shirt order or design 
something for a business. *The student may assist in an existing project or design 
in a new project with the assistance of the mentor. This area is flexible: The only 
requirement is some sort of visual aid that can be produced to document the 
completion of the project. 
 
In order to determine the students grade for that phase, the mentor will provide 
feedback about both the student and the product, and report to the teacher any 
senior who is not meeting the timelines or requirements in order to determine the 
students grade for that phase. 
Basically, the mentor needs to verify that the student spent at least 15 hours to complete 
the product. The mentor should be available to discuss and assist with the topic area and 
to provide guidance on the product. The purpose is not to waste time or materials, but to 
gain some real world experience and knowledge before leaving high school. Each 
student should maintain a photographic record of visits and work on the product. 

Mentors are asked to contact us with any questions or concerns. We may call you 
periodically to check progress and get your reactions as to the validity of a students 
work. Thank you again for agreeing to assist our students in this exciting and meaningful 
endeavor. This information sheet should be kept on file by the mentor for future 
reference. 

Asheboro High School Senior English Teachers 

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Senior Information Sheet 



Student Name____________________________________________ 
Address_________________________________________________ 
Home Phone_____________________________________________ 
Parent/Guardian Name_____________________________________ 
Student e-mail Address_____________________________________ 
English Teachers Name____________________________________ 
Teachers e-mail Address___________________________________ 
AHS phone number: (336) 625-6185 
Proposed Topic of Product___________________________________ 
Best times to meet w/mentor_________________________________ 


Please complete all applicable information. This form should be kept by mentor. 


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Student___________________________________________ 
English Teacher_____________________________________ 

Dear Mentor: 

Thank you for your interest in helping the students of Asheboro High School by agreeing 
to become a Graduation Project mentor. This is a very rewarding experience for both 
mentors and students. You provide hands-on experiences which are invaluable to the 
students. 

For Asheboro City Schools Board of Education policy, criminal background searches are 
required for all school volunteers including Graduation Project mentors. Please fill in the 
information below and give it to your student with the mentor consent form. 

On behalf of the senior English teachers, students, and staff, we would like to thank you 
again for your commitment to the students of Asheboro High School. 


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Mrs. Penny Crooks 
Graduation Project Coordinator 

Volunteer Registration Form 

I wish to volunteer to be a Graduation Project mentor at Asheboro High School. 
Last Name__________________________ Address_____________________________ 
First Name__________________________ _____________________________ 
Middle Name________________________ Phone #_____________________________ 
Maiden Name________________________ Date of Birth: _____/_____/_____ 
Drivers License Number______________________________________ 
Signature___________________________________________________ 


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Mentor Consent Form 

I, ______________________________________________, agree to serve as a mentor in 

(Mentors Name) 

Asheboro High Schools Graduation Project for ________________________________. 

(Students Name) 

As a mentor, I agree to fulfill the following requirements: 

 
Have at least three meetings with a student 
 
Verify that the student spend a minimum of 15 hours working on the project 
 
Assist the student in establishing objectives and keeping a log of all activities completed while 
meeting 
 
Assist in designing a product in the area of focus or allow the student to assist in an existing 
project 
 
Give the student practical experience in the area of the chosen topic 
 
Determine the students grade for the product phase by completing a written evaluation form 
I also certify that I am: 
 
Over 21 years of age 
 
Not related to the student 
Please sign below in ink to indicate your consent: 

Printed Name of Mentor:__________________________________________________________ 
Mentors Place of Business (if applicable): ___________________________________________ 
Address:_______________________________________________________________________ 

E-mail Address (if available): ______________________________________________________ 
Phone Number: ____________________________________________ 
Signature of Mentor: _____________________________________________________________ 
Date: _________________________________ 


Parental Consent 

I give permission for my student, ____________________________________, to participate in 
this mentoring relationship with _______________________________________________. 


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Commitment Poster 



You must create a sign that announces the subject of your research paper, product, and 
name. The sign will be posted along with those of other seniors. This poster is a 
commitment to complete the product posted on your sign. 

Make the sign on 8  x 11 lineless paper, but be sure that it is eye-catching, and 
readable from six feet away. A graphic representation of your project is also required, 
but dont get carried away. Make the sign neat and professional looking. The same goes 
for the print. Avoid wordy titles, and start the description of the physical product with a 
verb. (i.e. learn, create, build, volunteer, etc.) 

Save an electronic copy of your completed poster. With insertion of the Senior 
Board Night date, this poster may be used as your portfolio cover. 

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Product Progress Check Journal Rubric 

Student Name: ________________________ Journal #: ____ 
Date: __________ Project Title: __________________________ 
English IV Teacher: _____________________________ 

Format: 
Journal entry 
included task(s) 
completed, and 
learning that 
occurred 
4 
Complete 
description of 
tasks and 
learning 
3 
Good 
description of 
tasks and 
learning 
2 
Fair description 
of tasks and 
learning 
1 
Poor 
description of 
tasks or 
learning. 
Learning: 
Apparent 
learning stretch 
present through 
reading journal 
entry 
4 
Demonstrates 
and documents 
in depth what 
learning was 
applied to 
project 
3 
Demonstrates 
and documents 
some learning 
that was applied 
to project 
2 
Demonstrates 
and documents 
very little 
learning that 
was applied to 
project. 
1 
Does not 
demonstrate or 
document any 
learning being 
applied to 
project 
Presentation: 
Journal is easy 
to read and 
meets 
conventions of 
mechanical 
accuracy 
4 
Journal is easy 
to read; few 
errors 
3 
Journal is fairly 
easy to read; 
errors are a bit 
distracting 
2 
Journal is 
difficult to read; 
errors are 
frequent 
1 
Journal is very 
difficult to 
read; errors 
overwhelm the 
content 

Subtotal 
Punctuality: Journal was turned in on time? Yes No 

Overall Total 
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Product/Mentor Log Sheet 

Student Name ______________________________________________ 
Topic ______________________________________ 

Please record all activities necessary to complete your product. It will help you to pace 
yourself. Remember a minimum of 15 hours and 3 face-to-face meetings with 
mentor are required. Please write legibly in blue or black ink. 

Date Time 
Spent 
Activity *Mentor 
Initials 

Total hours_______________ 
*The mentor must initial each entry to verify the students progress. 



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Product Evaluation 


Good mentors are a vital part of a successful Graduation Project. We appreciate your willingness to help us 
this year. Your assessment of the product counts 33% of the Graduation Project grade. The last 3 parts of 
the Graduation Project counts 25% of the students final grade. Please complete the evaluation below 
and return it to the student and/or school in a sealed envelope, with your signature across the seal, by 
_______________________________. 

Student Name: ____________________________ Product: ___________________________ 

I. 
Can you verify that the student met with you at least 3 times and spent a minimum of 15 
hours working on the physical product component of his/her Senior Project? 
Yes _____ No ________ 
II. 
Please assess your mentees performance in the areas listed below using a numerical 
grading scale: 93-100 (A), 85-92 (B), 77-84 (C), 70-76 (D), 0-69 (F) 
III. 
Please include comments and explanations; they are important to the student(s). 
Numerical 
Grade 
Comments 
Effort/Time: demonstrates 
consistent, efficient, and 
thoughtful use of time 
Evidence of planning 
Risk Factor/Evidence of 
learning: student explored a new 
area, demonstrated a new skill, 
or expanded previous 
knowledge. 
Enthusiasm 
Evidence of professional 
standards of conduct: work is a 
student-generated product; no 
plagiarism. 

STUDENTS FINAL GRADE ________ 

Mentor Signature: __________________________Date: _____________ 

Thank you for sharing your time and expertise with the student(s) as they worked to 
complete the Graduation Product Component of Senior English. 

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PORTFOLIO EXPLANATION 



Your Graduation Project Portfolio is a packet of information given to your board of 
judges prior to your presentation. The judges will look through your portfolio prior to 
meeting you before your oral presentation. As they look through your portfolio, they will 
be able to look more closely at your written work and reflections related to your 
Graduation Project, thus getting a clearer idea of the scope of your work over the 
semester. In many cases, what they read would be their introduction to you, and for 
every judge this reading will be the introduction to your topic. 

Each student is responsible for completing neatly all forms and including them and the 
research paper in the portfolio. Sloppily written forms and evaluations do not create a 
good first impression for the judges. Each student should make the best first impression 
he/she can with a neatly typed, attractively bound notebook that has the name of the 
project and students name typed on the front cover. Think of your notebook as your 
representative on a job interview. Each senior wants to look professional and give every 
indication that this is representative of his/her work. Be creative as you put your 
portfolio together. 

Each student should have a fellow student check his/her portfolio before handing the 
portfolio in to the teacher. This should help the student eliminate errors in his/her 
portfolio. 

A list of portfolio contents can be found on the next page on the rubric. A complete 
portfolio is mandatory. 

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Portfolio Grading Rubric 
Asheboro High School 


Student: _________________________English Teacher:_________________________ 

In order for the portfolio to be accepted by the teacher, the portfolio MUST contain 
quality work. It is imperative that it is turned in ON TIME. This is a good time to use 
your creativity in the presentation of your work. 

Portfolio Contents (should be in order as listed) Points 
Possible 
Score 
Cover 5 
Title Page 5 
Table of Contents 5 
Letter to the Judges 10 
Deadline Checklist 5 
Letter of Intent 5 
Project Approval Sheet 5 
Parental Consent Form 5 
Clean, unmarked copy of Research Paper 5 
Mentor Consent Form 5 
Mentor Verification Log 10 
Photographs and Additional Documentation 15 
Reflective Journals (#1, #2, #3) 10 
Project Self-Evaluation Form 5 
Overall Presentation of Portfolio 5 

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The Presentation 



The presentation is the ultimate step in the process. It is a self-evaluation and reflection 
by the student of all that he/she has accomplished. It consists of a six to eight minute 
presentation accompanied by a visual aid, followed by a five-minute question and answer 
period. The panel is referred to as the Senior Boards. The presentation describes what 
has been learned from conducting research, writing the paper, and fulfilling the 
requirements of the project. Of special importance is a description of what was learned 
from the total experience. 

Students are evaluated on their preparedness, their ability to communicate and think on 
their feet, and the overall quality of their research project. This, in essence, is their final 
evaluation in English IV, because it touches all facets of the broad subject of language 
arts. 

The members of the panel will use the portfolio prior to the presentation to obtain an 
understanding of what has been accomplished. The portfolio will contain the research 
paper, verification of the product, and additional materials that will help to support the 
presentation. 

The students selection of proper attire for the panel presentation is considered very 
important. The panel should not be distracted by inappropriate apparel. Impeccable 
grooming, including combed hair and clean clothes, is decidedly important. These 
decisions, like numerous others since beginning the project process, should be made with 
success in mind. The panel will consist of adults who have become familiar with the 
students work by reviewing the project portfolio. The student will be considered an 
expert in his/her area of research and therefore, will be expected to be appropriately 
groomed and attired and to provide a polished, organized, and effective overview of the 
project. 

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Format for Letter to the Judges 

Your Home Address 
(..Tab 8 times) City, State ZIP 

 Date (..Enter 4 times) 

Judges, Graduation Projects 
Asheboro High School 
1221 South Park Street 
Asheboro, NC 27203 (..Enter 2 times) 


Dear Judges, Graduation Projects: (..Enter 2 times) 

This letter will create a first impression of you and your project on Senior Board Night. 
Paragraph 1 should introduce yourself, your general project topic, and explain why you 
chose this project. (..Enter 2 times) 


Paragraph 2 should contain a brief summary of your research. (..Enter 2 times) 

Paragraph 3 should discuss, in detail, your specific product and how it relates to your 
research. When discussing the product, chronicle your approach/attitude throughout the 
semester. Explain what you planned for and/or completed during the beginning, middle, 
and end of the semester. Include any special learning experiences from the working on 
the product.(..Enter 2 times) 

Paragraph 4 should explain what you learned and/or gained from your project (the 
learning stretch). Reflect on experiences that will give the judges useful information 
about you as a person and future graduate. (..Enter 2 times) 


Your final paragraph should thank the judges for their time. Write a thorough letter, but 
write concisely. (..Enter 2 times) 

(..Tab over 8 times) Sincerely, (..Enter 4 times) 

(Sign your name in the space above your typed name) 

 Your Typed Name 

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Speech Content Suggestions 

The following is an outline, which you need to consider when preparing 
your speech. These are the questions we want you to answer. You will need 
to add to these suggestions and embellish, but make sure you answer these 
basic questions. 

Introduction 

 
What is your name (first and last)? 
 
What subject did your research? 
 
Why did you choose this subject? 
Body 

 
What research was involved in preparing your project? 
 
What process was involved? How did you do it? 
 
What are three interesting things you found out about your subject during the 
research for your paper and your product? 
 
What is your product? 
 
How does the product relate to your subject of research? 
 
What problems did you encounter (money, lack of skills, dog eating it, etc?)? 
Conclusion 

 
What successes and failures did you encounter when researching the paper and 
completing the product. 
 
What did you learn from this project? (Anything about yourself?) 
This speech must be at least six minutes and can be no longer than eight minutes. There 
will be a timer to note the beginning and ending times of your speech. Practice your 
speech so you will not be over or under the time limit. GOOD LUCK!! 

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Speech Delivery Tips 



Have you ever listened to a speaker who put you to sleep or drove 
you crazy with nervous habits? You want to make sure you do 
not annoy your audience or put them to sleep when you are 
speaking. The following are some suggestions you need to follow 
when speaking. 

 
Make eye contact with your audience. 
 
Stand up straight and do not slouch! Be proud of all you have accomplished. 
 
Do not hold the podium in a death grip. 
 
Relax! Do not lock your knees; you do not want to faint. 
 
Avoid all nervous habits (fidgeting, squirming, etc.) 
 
Do not put your hands in your pockets or fold your arms across your chest. 
 
Leave your notes on the podium. If you are nervous and your hands shake while 
holding notes, it is a distraction. 
 
Avoid using interrupters (um, you know, like, etc.) 
 
Moderate the pitch of your voice. Speak loudly enough to be heard, but do not 
speak in a monotone. 
 
Speak slowlydo not rush through your presentation. 
 
Do not read your notes word for word. You should know the content of your 
speech well enough so you will only need to be prompted by your notes. 
 
DO NOT CHEW GUM!!!!! 
 
DRESS IN APPROPRIATE ATTIRE (costume or Sunday best) 
Reminders: 
Use index cards for your notes, and number them according to the order of your speech. 
You will turn these in. 


Avoid handing out papers or anything during your speech. 


Make sure you inform the person in charge if you will need any AV equipment, prior to 
the presentation. 

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Asheboro High School 
Senior Boards Evaluation Form 


Student: _____________________________ Topic:_____________________________ 
Time Start: _____________ Time End: ______________ Speech Length: ___________ 


CONTENT 
Structure: introduction; distinct main points supported with specific details; conclusion 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 

10 9 8 7 6 

Evidence of New Knowledge 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 

10 9 8 7 6 

Organization: logical flow of ideas; use of transitions from topic to topic 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 

10 9 8 7 6 

Language Usage: appropriate word choice 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 

10 9 8 7 6 

DELIVERY 


Vocal Clarity/Volume/Varied Inflection 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 
Poise/Posture: exhibited during speech and Q&A 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 
Pacing/Adherence to Time Requirements (6-8 minutes) 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 
Professional Appearance: costume acceptable if appropriate to topic 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 
PRODUCTION 

Evidence of Thought and Energy Invested: making or doing something throughout the semester 

Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 
Quality of Audio/Visual Component or Demonstration 
Superior Above Average Average Adequate Unsatisfactory 
10 9 8 7 6 

Board Number ____________ Total Score:________________________________ 
Judges Comments: 
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Senior Project 
Self-Evaluation 


(Use blue or black ink or type) 

Student Name ________________________________________ Date ___________________ 
English Teacher ________________________ Research Topic __________________________ 

1. 
Describe your project IN DETAIL to give the judges an idea of what was accomplished: 
2. 
How many total hours did you spend on your physical product? __________________ 
3. 
What date did you start your product? ___________________ 
4. 
What date did you finish your product? ___________________ 
5. 
What materials did you use during the product phase? 
6. 
What are three things you learned from working on this project? Include what you consider 
to be the stretch in completing this project. 
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7. 
What problems did you encounter? How did you overcome these problems? 
8. 
How were the original plans for the project the same or different from the final outcome of 
the project? 
9. 
What did you learn from working with the mentor or other experts in your field of research? 
10. What did you learn about yourself? 
11. What grade do you think you deserve? Justify this grade in fifty words or more. 
My grade: _____________ 
Justification: 


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Deadline Checklist for Fall Semester 
Graduation Project in English IV 


Check off each item as you turn it in to your Senior English teacher. 

 
September 1 Letter of Intent 
 
September 14 Mentor Consent Form; 
Volunteer Registration Form 
 
September 28 Road Map 
 
September 30 Commitment Poster 
 
October 5 Journal #1 Due 
 
October 19 Journal #2 Due 
 
November 2 Journal #3 Due; Questionnaire Due 
 
November 16 Thank You Note for Mentor 
 
November 30 Mentor Verification Log; Product 
Evaluation Form 
 
December 2 Letter to the Judges 
 
December 6 Self-Evaluation Due 
 
December 9 Visuals for Presentations Complete; 
Complete Speech Due 
 
December 16 Portfolio 
 
January 5 Senior Boards 


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January 27 Letter of Intent 
 
February 10 Mentor Consent Form; 
Volunteer Registration Form 
 
February 22 Road Map 
 
February 24 Commitment Poster 
 
March 1 Journal #1 Due 
 
March 15 Journal #2 Due 
 
March 29 Journal #3 Due; Questionnaire Due 
 
April 12 Thank You Note for Mentor; 
Product Pictures 
 
May 3 Mentor Verification Log; Product 
Evaluation Form 
 
May 12 Letter to the Judges 
 
May 9 Self-Evaluation Due 
 
May 12 Visuals for Presentations Complete; 
Complete Speech Due 
 
May 19 Portfolio 
 
May 25 Senior Boards 
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August 2010 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 
8 9 10 11 12 13 14 
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 
22 23 24 25 
Introduce 
Course and GP 
Completion 
26 27 28 
29 30 31 


September 2010 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 
2 3 4 
Letter of Intent 
Due 
5 6 7 8 9 10 11 
No School Summer Product 
Labor Day Hours Due 
12 13 14 Fall Mentor 
Consent & Vol. 
Registration 
Form Due 
15 16 17 18 
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 
26 27 28 29 30 
Product Check: Commitment 
Road Map Due Poster Due 


October 2010 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 
2 
3 4 5 
Product Check: 
Journal #1 Due 
6 7 8 No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
9 
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 
17 18 19 
Product Check: 
Journal #2 Due 
20 21 22 23 
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 
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November 2010 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 Product 3 4 5 6 
Check: Journal 
#3 Due; 
Questionnaire 
7 8 9 10 11 No School 
Veterans Day 
12 13 
14 15 16 Product 
Check: Pictures 
17 18 19 20 
& Thank You 
Note Due 
21 22 23 24 
No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
25 
No School 
Thanksgiving 
Break 
26 27 
28 29 30 
Product Log and 
Product 
Evaluation Due 


December 2010 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 
2 3 4 
Letter to the 
Judges Due 
5 6 
Self-Evaluation 
Due 
7 8 9 Visual Aid Due 
Speech Due 
Practice 
10 11 
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 
Portfolio Due 
Practice 
19 20 21 22 
No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
23 
Winter Break 
24 25 
26 27 
Winter Break 
28 29 30 31 


January 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 
2 3 
Return from 
Winter Break 
4 5 
Senior Board 
Night 
6 7 8 
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 
16 17 
No School 
MLK 
18 No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
19 No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
20 Introduce 
Course and GP 
Completion 
21 22 
23 24 25 26 27 
Letter of Intent 
Due 
28 29 
30 31 


February 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 3 4 5 
6 7 8 9 10 Spring 
Mentor Consent 
& Vol. 
Registration Due 
11 12 
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 
No School Product Check: Commitment 
Road Map Due Poster Due 
27 28 


March 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 
Product Check: 
Journal #1 Due 
2 3 4 5 
6 7 
No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
8 9 10 11 12 
13 14 15 
Product Check: 
Journal #2 Due 
16 17 18 19 
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 
27 28 29 Product 
Check: Journal 
#3 Due; 
Questionnaire 
30 31 


April 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 
10 11 12 Product 
Check: Pictures 
13 14 15 16 
and Thank You 
Note Due 
17 18 19 20 21 
No School 
Teacher 
Workday 
22 
Spring Break 
Begins 
23 
24 25 
Spring Break 
26 27 28 29 30 


May 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 3 Product Log & 
Product 
Evaluation Due 
4 5 
Letter to the 
Judges Due 
6 7 
8 9 
Self-Evaluation 
Due 
10 11 12 Visual Aid & 
Speech Due 
Practice 
13 14 
15 16 
Practice 
17 18 19 
Portfolio Due 
20 21 
22 23 24 25 
Senior Board 
Night 
26 27 28 
29 30 
No School 
Memorial Day 
31 


June 2011 
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 
1 2 3 4 
5 6 7 8 9 
Graduation 
10 11 
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 
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